John Deere lawn tractors
John Deere X300
The John Deere X300 is a lawn tractor produced from 2006 to 2015. It features a 17 hp Kawasaki 472cc 2-cylinder air-cooled V-Twin gasoline engine, hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has an open operator station with optional sunshade and vinyl weather enclosure, adjustable seat, and standard cupholder and tool tray. It includes a mid PTO with electric clutch and supports various attachments such as 38" and 42" mid-mount mower decks, a 44" blade, and a 44" snow blower. The X300 was built in Horicon, Wisconsin, USA, and originally priced at $2,999 in 2010.
Power16 hp
Founded38/46" deck
ModelX300
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere X300
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kawasaki FH491V |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Point gap | 0.013 inches (0.330 mm) |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.68x2.56 inches (68 x 65 mm) |
| Fuel system | carburetor |
| Displacement | 472 cc (28.8 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.8 qts (1.7 L) |
| Configuration | air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
| Power (gross) | 17 hp (12.7 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches (0.762 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.004 inches (Cold) (0.102 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.004 inches (Cold) (0.102 mm) |
Variants
| X300 | two-wheel steering |
|---|---|
| X304 | four-wheel steering |
Dimensions
| Width | 38 inches (96 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 43 inches (109 cm) |
| Length | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Rear tire | 20x10.00-8 |
| Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
| Operating weight | 501 lbs (227 kg) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 160 (early), 195 (late) |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station. Optional sunshade and vinyl weather enclosure. Adjustable seat with seven inches of travel. Cupholder and tool tray standard. |
Production
| Type | Lawn tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Horicon, Wisconsin, USA |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Original price | $2,999 in 2010 |
| Years produced | 2006 - 2015 |
Attachments
| 44" Blade | John Deere, front-mount, 44 inches width (111 cm), 6 inches lift (15 cm), manual-lift, manual-angle |
|---|---|
| 44" Snow blower | John Deere, 44 inches width (111 cm), dual-stage, front-mount, manual-lift |
| 38" mid-mount mower deck | John Deere 38X, 38 inches (96 cm), 2-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm), 74 lbs (33 kg) |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | John Deere 42X, 42 inches (106 cm), 2-blade, manual lift, Cut height: 1 to 4 inch (2 to 10 cm), 92 lbs (41 kg) |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Model | Tuff Torq K46 |
| Controls | Throttle, Brake, Forward, Reverse, Parking brake |
| Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
Serial numbers
| 2006 | 010001 |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 040001 |
| 2008 | 085001 |
| 2009 | 120001 |
| 2010 | 150001 |
| 2011 | 180001 |
| 2012 | 220001 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Type | Mid PTO |
|---|---|
| Clutch | electric |
| Operation | independent |